I will definitely want to change the transmission fluid. Get that oil changed and I can highly recommend Kewish Automotive - 29A Amberley Cres, Dandenong South, Phone 03 9793 2220 Gidday, So it has been a week of driving the car since the automatic was flushed and yes it is noticeable for the better. I did bring up the fact that Lexus engineers say that it's lifetime and there is no interval for this in owners manual. So anything is very possible when they say it's better to just leave the transmission alone. You should go to my dealership although I see your live in Texas.
So you think the dealership will change the fluid for me? The information give you handy reference that includes comprehensive explanation of how to perform all install,assembly,removal,disassembly,replace,adjust and inspect operations and Caution,Warning,Notes before completing procedures,let you get a better,in-depth understanding for your vehicle,and use an inexpensive way to keep your car in top shape. It's really hard to argue with that many engineers. So what does a No Hassle Warranty really mean? The rule of thumb in the past has always been about 15k miles. But you can if you want? The rule of thumb in the past has always been about 15k miles. Of course the dealerships wopuld love to take your money every 30k miles for trans fluid changes. The tech went on to tell me that he has spoke to Lexus engineers about this as when they do drain the tranny and rear differential fluids, the fluid that comes out is very dark and smells horribly after just 35-40k miles.
Another shop I used to work in simply disconnected the transmission cooler lines for the fresh supply and old fluid returns. Any repairs that require adding or replacing fluid should be performed by a qualified technician following procedures in Lexus service and repair publications. I just had the 150,000km service done by my excellent local mechanic, everything change, inspected and ticked off and the car is running lovely. Therefore, periodic checks and replacement of the transmission fluid are not required, and there is no dipstick on the transmission. Anyway I will get to it, David at Kewish Automotive was excellent when I arrived, I then went shopping up the street and I happen to return earlier than expected, the car was up on the hoist so I was able to watch the procedure from the side line and chat to David as he went out his buisness.
Heat is the enemy of lubricating oils. Well they say new but it's really a remanufactured unit. I will report back with oil sample photos and some info when I get the fluid change completed in the next couple of weeks. So my point is the transmissions are servicable, just not by the dealer. The Lexus tech did tell me that I can hold off alittle longer for the transmission fluid but he absolutely would not hold off longer than 30k for the rear differential. But you can if you want? That might change your mind about doing a tranny flush.
So anything is very possible when they say it's better to just leave the transmission alone. Can a independent transmission shop do it properly? That was good enough for me and yes it will be done again at 200,000 kms Hi, I had heard and read about this also while trolling forums and threads etc beforehand and I to did question the transmission specialist that performed my full service. There was a time when you should have changed the antifreeze yearly. At what mileage would it be appropriate? Well they say new but it's really a remanufactured unit. I called into our local regional Toyota dealership the other morning and spoke with the service guy, I quizzed him about the fluid change and to my surprise they would not touch the gearbox because it states that it is sealed for life, it is not needed and what the manual says goes!!. They ended up replacing it with a new unit.
Now it's almost maintenance free as well. He said that Blackburn Lexus in Melbourne have a transmission flushing machine, this he knew because he worked there for 10 years, so go and see them. A Lexus transmission can be found with low miles and can be shipped to your location of choosing. It's actaully a smart program. The new oil was flushed thoroughly right throughout the system and gearbox with the engine running until the new red tranny oil appeared, I was surprised at the amount it takes actually to flush the system.
Second last digit denotes number of gears. When I am due for my 15k mile service I will ask if they can flush and replace the transmission fluid also. I want to be clear though. So pretty much they are saying you do not have to change the transmission fluid. Every transmission is cold and hot tested before shipment.
He said that consumers today want a car that requires as little maintenance as possible. I will definitely want to change the transmission fluid. One thing that struck me a little weird for a Lexus was that with the cruise on, travelling at 118km, freeway conditions and we would come up to a long steepish incline on the way home from Melbourne and each time half way up the the incline and still traveling at 118kms, the auto would quietly and naturally jump down a gear, like any normal auto, then a few seconds later it would search again for another gear, the tacho would quickly just up and it all felt quiet ugly to be honest, I would end up disengaging the cruise and things would settle down once up over the hills. Both are good options but the best option for you depends on the transmission problem, the year, make and model of vehicle, the mileage and the vehicle value. I'm not for or against changing trans fluids. I mean, as hard as it is to beleive, I also would have never thought that car makers would be able to reliably engineer a naturally asperated stock 300+ hp V6. R emanufactured transmissions carry a longer, 3 year, nationwide warranty with additional upgrades while a rebuilt unit generally carries up to a 1 or 2 year warranty and upgrades vary from shop to shop.
Many people do it in there garage but most just go to the dealer. Each one for a different engine size bellhousing and varying electronic and solenoid systems for different years. I had booked my car in a week ago to have the automatic transmission serviced, this being a full flush and new filter kit installed. I had an older 5 series, in which the tranny had never been serviced. So after reading heaps of internet articles about the fluid and the sealed gearbox etc, I asked my local mechanic before he serviced my car.
I remember when we were chasing the 1 hp per cubic inch dream. My one should got some noise when driving slow like 10-20K. What kind of warranty coverage are you looking for? Southeast Texas where temperature is well over 90F 75% of the year. With new micro-laser technology gear tooth production tolerances have been reduced 50%. I do know one thing though, have you looked into how much the transmission fluid costs per quart yet? To select a Lexus transmission whether rebuilt, new or used simply complete the form below or simply call 1-866-320-0408 now! The Lexus engineer did tell the tech the they do not advise against changing the fluids as it will only help with the longetivity of the parts.